Honda GL1800S Gold Wing Reviews

Nothing has gone wrong with the bike as far as the manufacturer is concerned. Even the factory recall went without a manufacturer hitch. The mechanics however broke the front tire rear cowling, and refused to replace, it saying it came in broken.

The bike is fast, comfortable, and easy to maneuver. No muscle involved unless you trike it around. The performance is superior to any other bike in its class, and that includes many R Class sport bikes.

As for the transmission however, it really needs, no it screams for, a sixth gear. Gas mileage would drop to a respectable level, and the cylinders might stop producing micro dust particles from the rings (hold a magnet to the used oil the next time you change it) if it was being treated better at higher speeds.

It pulls a trailer with ease as well.

Nothing so far, love the low cost upkeep. Wish the next model years come out with Bluetooth connections to the head sets.

Comfort; it's like riding the living room couch down the road, handling is superb. Will definitely buy another...

High cost rear tire replacement, Less than 8,000 miles with 90% highway riding.

Front brake light switch failed under 2,000 miles (replaced by dealer under warranty).

Perfect machine for the man over 50. Major transition from a sport bike. I must say it did take some getting used to sitting in a much different position, approaching and handling high speed turns. This bike does it all with comfort.

Must point out the fuel capacity should be larger; seems with all the comfort, you have to refuel before getting tired on long trips. Heated seat, grips, and foot vents, make my evening commute a nice ride, (60/50 degrees). I did spend the extra for a rear spoiler with LED brake light, wind deflectors, ergo cruise pegs, and LED fog lights for added comfort and appearance. I just hope I can last as long as this bike will. No regrets.

Update:

I'd give a lower number on handling, due to control at very low speeds.

I never had a problem with the "Wing" in the 30,000 miles I owned it. I put brakes and tires on it, and that's all.

This was my third Goldwing, I owned a 1200, 1500 & the 1800. The 1800 is the best of all, but they were all wonderful bikes. The 1200 didn't seem to care about curves too much, and the 1500 had to much of a "Buick" ride. The 1800 has the best handling and performance of all. The last leg of a trip, I put on almost 700 miles in one day, and did it in comfort.

The bike maybe a bit heavy, but that's what gives it the comfort. It excels on the open road, and may not be the best for short errands.

It's the number one touring bike in the world, year after year, for good reason.

Nothing wrong - just sub par handling. I am looking to either spend 1K-to 4.5K on handling upgrades, or selling it and buying a BMW RT 1200.

Great on long freeway drives - just don't look for curvy roads - the front end moves so much it is not stable (I did not have this issue with either of my prior GL1200A's)

Nothing went wrong with this ride. Just ride till the tires are worn out, and change the oil regularly.

This is great ride and trouble free. Can't say that for the Harleys I've had.

Headlights remained off after cranking, because the starter switch needed lubricant to fully release.

I tried a different brand tire each time I replaced them, and found Metzler to improve the handling characteristics dramatically. The bike was more responsive in tight turns and curvy roads.

The low mounted engine makes this a good bike for mountain riding, as it is not top heavy and handles well in the sharp curves. And the EFI system handles the different altitudes with no problem.

I put 6,538 miles in a coast to coast and back trip in 14 days, and had no problems at all.

3 headlights failed.

Replaced bag release for trunk.

Replaced first set of tires at 3000 miles.

All replaced by Honda 3 year unlimited warranty.

Seat started to feel liked it need replacement when I let it go.

Used 6 sets of tires.

Brakes and handles very, and well got 40 to 45 miles per gallon.

This bike is extremely comfortable, for me and my passenger, and I really like the performance on 87 octane gas.

The purchase price was very reasonable, which is typical of HONDA.

My neighbors LIKE the fact that it is VERY quiet when I ride by their house.

I will never own a different motorcycle, although I've owned about 35 bikes in the past 38 years.